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Pearl Harbor and the Explosions – ‘Pearl Harbor and the Explosions’ (1979; 2019 reissue)

A reissue of Pearl Harbor and the Explosions’ delightful New Wave debut is more than welcome and long overdue.

Ben Folds Returned to Older Work on 'Stems and Seeds,' and Vastly Improved It

Ben Folds Returned to Older Work on ‘Stems and Seeds,’ and Vastly Improved It

Ben Folds treated us to a much-needed “de-master” of ‘Way to Normal,’ 10 years ago this week.

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Eric Dolphy – ‘Musical Prophet: The Expanded 1963 New York Studio Sessions’ (1963; 2019 release)

This constitutes the most significant addition in a very long time to the catalog of – and insight into – the brilliant but enigmatic Eric Dolphy.

Miles Davis' Expanded 'Kind of Blue: Legacy Edition' Struck the Perfect Balance

Miles Davis’ Expanded ‘Kind of Blue: Legacy Edition’ Struck the Perfect Balance

10 years ago today, an expanded reissue of Miles Davis’ ‘Kind of Blue’ finally put these historic sessions in perspective without breaking the bank.

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Carl Weingarten – ‘escapesilence/Local Journeys’ (2002, 2005) reissue

The twofer bundle of ‘escapesilence’ and ‘Local Journeys’ capture ace impressionistic guitarist Carl Weingarten at his best, making soothing music that’s far from boring.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O'Toole's Top 2018 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets and More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2018 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets and More

The year 2018 proved to be a bonanza for Beatles fans. Here’s a look back at some of the best albums, books, movies, box sets and more.

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Mike Zito – ‘Blue Room’ (1998, 2018 reissue)

I like the spot bluesman Mike Zito has ended up in, but the spot where he started out on his 1998 debut ‘Blue Room’ has its own undeniable magic.

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Hue Gower – ‘Guitarophilia’ (1984; 2018 reissue)

Huw Gower’s commitment to the sound and style of his former band the Records rings loud and clear on the newly reissued ‘Guitarophilia.’

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Roscoe Mitchell Sextet – ‘Sound’ (1966; 2018 reissue)

Before any of those seminal recordings by the AACM family could happen, Roscoe Mitchell’s ‘Sound’ needed to.

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The Countdown 5 – Complete Recordings 1965-1969 (2018)

Complete Recordings 1965-1969′ finds the Countdown 5 reveling in the creative freedom of the era – and obviously having fun doing so.